Weekend Action: What to do locally - September 22-24

Summer action is giving way to fall fun and holiday-themed events around the city. Here's a look at some of the best activities going on this weekend.

PHILLY CHESESTEAK FESTIVALSaturday, thousands of food-lovers will gather at Citizens Bank Park for the third annual Philly Cheesesteak and Food Fest. A variety of Philly's signature eats and craft brews will be showcased throughout the concourse. General admission is $20, premium is $45 and VIP admission is $65. Children 8 and under are free! TICKETS & VENDORS

TERROR BEHIND THE WALLS AT ESP"Terror Behind the Walls" kicks off the Halloween season Friday. Eastern State Penitentiary in Philadelphia's Fairmount neighborhood transforms into a haunted house, with elaborate sets, creepy guards and zombie inmates. Terror Behind the Walls is open on select nights through November 11th. CALENDAR AND TICKETS

ANNUAL HERO THRILL SHOW IN SOUTH PHILLY (FREE)First responders will put on daredevil stunts and demonstrations in the 63rd Annual Hero Thrill Show. It takes place Saturday from noon-5 p.m. at the Wells Fargo Center. The event raises money to pay for the college tuition of children of fallen Philadelphia Police Officers and Firefighters. TICKET INFO AND DONATIONS

EAGLES HOST GIANTS FOR HOME OPENERThe Eagles play their home opener against their division rivals to the north. They host the 0-2 New York Giants Sunday at 1 p.m. EAGLES TICKETS

UNION CLASH WITH FIRE IN CHESTERThe Union is expected to play a highly contested Eastern Conference tilt as they host the Chicago Fire Saturday at 7 p.m. UNION TICKETS

WILDWOOD HOSTS IRISH FESTIVAL (FREE)North Wildwood celebrates Irish heritage this weekend. It's the largest Irish Festival on the East Coast. There will be food, a beer garden, free Irish dance lessons and more. The events conclude with a parade on Surf Avenue Sunday afternoon. IRISH FALL FESTIVAL